Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.
If you end up with a boring miserable life because you listened to your mom, your dad, your teacher, your priest, or some guy on television telling you how to do your shit, then you deserve it.
If you want to get laid, go to college. If you want an education, go to the library.
So many books, so little time.
Art is making something out of nothing and selling it.